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Västerlanda weather in January (Västra Götaland, Sweden)

What does the weather outlook for Västerlanda look like in January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Västerlanda generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 3°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Västerlanda in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 42 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Västerlanda. June and July typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Västerlanda climate page with graphs.

 

Västerlanda, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 4°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 42 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 21% *  
* Data from: Gothenburg, Sweden (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in January

Find out more about the weather in Sweden and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Västerlanda.

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